In Flight Running

2026-27 Prime Season Membership

$495.00 ~~$555.00~~

🏅 Prime Season Membership

Houston Group Run Coaching Program
34 Weeks · June 13, 2026 – February 7, 2027

Prime Season is our signature marathon and half marathon training program — built for runners training for the Chevron Houston Marathon, Aramco Half Marathon, and races across the U.S. and World-wide during fall and winter.

Whether you're chasing your first finish or your next PR, Prime Season delivers the coaching, structure, community, and accountability you need to train smart, stay consistent, and build toward peak race performance.

⭐ What You Get With Your Prime Season Membership

🏃 Expert-Led Group Workouts (2–3 per week)

Saturday Long Run
6:00 AM fluid-supported routes (water + Gatorade)
Tuesday 5:15 AM Interval Workout
Alternating track + hill sessions to build speed, power, and strong running form.
Tuesday 6:00 PM Interval Workout
Alternating track + hill sessions to build speed, power, and strong running form. All PM workouts are held at the Memorial Park track and 3 along 3 hill circuits inside the park.
Bonus: Occasional Sunday Trail Runs
Scenic, coached trail runs at Houston-area + Texas state parks.

Saturday 6:00 AM Long Run

Coached, organized long runs with full route support.
• Hydration stations (water + Gatorade)
• On-course guidance, pacing help, and form cues
• Iconic Houston routes rotated weekly

Tuesday 5:15 AM Interval Workout

Alternating track + hill sessions designed to build:
• Speed & power
• Stronger running form
• Better pacing control
• Injury-resistant mechanics

Tuesday 6:10 PM Interval Workout

Evening option for those who can’t attend mornings.
• Alternating track + hill workouts

Bonus: Occasional Sunday Trail Runs

Scenic adventure runs at Houston-area and Texas state parks including:
• Brazos Bend
• Huntsville State Park
• Lake Houston Wilderness Park
• Stephen F. Austin State Park
• Double Lake Recreation Area
• Kemah/Seabrook trails, and more

Coach Michael leads these peaceful, wooded, often gently hilly trail experiences.

📅 34-Week Training Plan

Full digital training schedule sent through our coaching app.

Your plan includes:

Daily reminders for mileage and workout structure
Training tracks for 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, and Marathon
A full marathon build for Houston
Planned recovery weeks to manage fatigue
Smart, age-aware programming that reduces injury risk
Guidelines when life requires shifting days or modifying mileage

Designed for long-term progression — whether you’re racing or “just training consistently.”

🎓 Running Education + Coaching Support

You’ll be coached — not left guessing.

Prime Season includes:

Live and on-demand running webinars
Topics covering pacing strategy, race preparation, nutrition, form, gear, and injury prevention
Post-webinar Q&A opportunities
Full access to Coach Michael
• Phone, text, email
• FaceTime or WhatsApp video chats
• Optional in-person coffee meetings
Guidance on selecting races, organizing training cycles, and long-term progression

🧭 Community + Accountability

Join one of Houston’s most welcoming and consistent run communities, now in its 22nd year.

Members receive:

Access to our members-only coaching app
Check-ins, weekly tips, updates, & route maps
Supportive team environment with accountability built in
Free parking at our Houston Heights long-run meet-up location
Optional social runs & occasional happy-hour Thursdays
A team that helps you stay consistent and motivated over 8 months of training

Many runners form genuine, long-lasting friendships by being part of the Prime crew.

👕 Gear & Member Perks

All Prime Season members receive:

Team Breakfast Shirt

A soft cotton/poly tee — perfect for after long runs.

Choice of the following:

Dry-fit tank
Dry-fit T-shirt
Dry-fit long sleeve
Lightweight hoodie
Running cap or visor
Car seat cover

Fleet Feet Perks

10% off at all Houston-area Fleet Feet stores
20% off during designated “Team Run Saturdays” at Fleet Feet Greenbriar

💳 EZ Pay – 6-Month Payment Plan (Optional)

If you’d like to spread out the cost:

6 monthly payments of $88.33 during Black Friday sale. Monthly payment amount changes based on enrollment date.
$35 processing fee added to total membership cost
First payment billed at registration
Remaining payments auto-billed monthly on the same day of the month
Not a “pay-as-you-go” plan — covers the entire Year Pass membership

👉 Use the Prime Season EZ Pay link to enroll

💬 Have Questions About Prime Season?

📱 Call/Text: 832.619.9280
📧 Email: info@inflightrunning.com
💬 Use the website chat (bottom right) — include your name, email & phone number
📋 Submit a question through our online contact form

🔁 Want Even More Consistency?

Consider upgrading to the Year Pass Membership — our best value!
It bundles Prime Season + Spring Season into 48 weeks of coaching, structured training, long runs, workouts, webinars, community events, and full coaching access.

👟 New to Running?

Check out our Spring Launch Beginner Program — ideal for new runners or those returning after a long break.

🏁 Ready for Your Best Race Season Yet?

Train with a proven system, professional coaching, and a supportive community — and show up on race day confident and prepared.

Let’s GO!
Coach Michael Merlino